August 29, 2025

four people stand. one holds awards plaque — (From left) Board of Education member and District 202 Foundation for Excellence liaison Elias Kalantzis, Foundation chairwoman Margie Bonuchi, and Foundation vice chairman Matt Starr award Grand Prairie Elementary School reading specialist Amy Uribe (holding plaque) the 2025 Niehus Award at Wednesday's Board of Education meeting. The award honors a District 202 staff member who exemplifies the hallmark traits of service, dedication, and excellence that defined the legacy of the late Walter and Juanita Niehus. The Foundation gives the award annually.

This Week's Highlights around District 202

Board of Education OKs 2026 budget

The Board of Education approved the fiscal year 2026 budget on Wednesday.

This video outlines the key points in the new spending plan.

Looking for more details? You can find financial information online.

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Board of Education Board Notes

Here are the Board Notes from the Board of Education meeting on August 27, 2025.

Watch the meeting video here.

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Wilco open house

The Wilco Area Career Center is hosting its annual open house on September 11, 2025, at 6 p.m.

Wilco is located at 500 Wilco Blvd., Romeoville.

All Wilco programs will be open for students to get a taste of career opportunities.

Wilco offers dozens of programs, including culinary arts, early childhood education, welding, automotive, fire science, and cybersecurity.

Visit https://www.wilco.k12.il.us/ for more details on Wilco.

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